Tag: reprimand

Sereno supporters say SC decision to reprimand her a move to “gag criticism, opposition”

(Eagle News) — Supporters of ousted Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno said the Supreme Court’s decision to reprimand her for criticizing her former colleagues was a move to “gag criticism and opposition.” “The Supreme Court has effectively transformed itself from a means of truth and justice to a menace to those who seek them,” the Coalition for Justice said in a statement on Friday, July 20. According to the group, “that the High Tribunal would […]

SC reprimands Sereno for lashing out at justices

(Eagle News) — The Supreme Court has reprimanded ousted  Chief Justice Maria Lourdes Sereno after she lashed out at the justices while a quo warranto petition was pending against her. In a media briefer shown to the media on Tuesday, July 17, the SC said it gave Sereno a “stern warning a repetition of the same acts will merit a heavier penalty.” The SC issued a show-cause order against Sereno after she went around universities […]